1950 Rover P4 vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1980 Volvo 245 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 245 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Volvo 245.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1980 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Rover P4 | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | P4 | 245 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |