1956 Rover P4 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Rover P4 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Highlander |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |