1950 Rover P4 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 34 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, 1950 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1950 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (102 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1950 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Rover P4 | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P4 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |