1949 Rover P4 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440.
Because 1949 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Rover P4 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | P4 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 48 L |
