1953 Rover P4 vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, 1990 Volvo 480 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1990 Volvo 480.
Because 1953 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 1953 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480, 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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Rover P4 | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | P4 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
