1954 Rover P4 vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Rover | Pontiac |
Model | P4 | 6000 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2228 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |