1954 Rover P4 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 57 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1088 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 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Rover | GMC |
| Model | P4 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
