1954 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 51 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 456 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 87 L |
