1954 Rover P4 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 44 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 2,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 15 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Camry |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2228 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |