1949 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 59 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 2,519 cc, 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Volvo C30.
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, 2008 Volvo C30, 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, 2008 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Rover P4 | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | P4 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 2519 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |
