2003 Rover Streetwise vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2003 Rover Streetwise is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rover Streetwise | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Streetwise | 440 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
