1954 Rover P4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 50 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P4 | Passat |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |