1955 Rover P4 vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 1990 Volvo 460 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460.
Because 1955 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460, 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, 1955 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Rover P4 | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | P4 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
