1954 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 54 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 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 183 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
