1953 Rover P4 vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Volvo 240 is newer by 39 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, 1992 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Volvo 240.
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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Rover P4 | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | P4 | 240 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |