1950 Rover P4 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 59 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Rover P4 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 73 L |
