1950 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 60 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 491 kg more than 1950 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Rover P4 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | P4 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
