2008 Rover 45 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Volvo S80 (311 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 45 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
