1955 Rover P4 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Rover P4 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
