1957 Rover P4 vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480, 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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | P4 | 480 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |