1954 Rover P4 vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1988 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 34 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1988 Toyota Lexcen.
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, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |