1949 Rover P4 vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 49 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Rover P4 | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P4 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 30 L |
