1957 Rover P4 vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 46 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 364 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Rover | Jeep |
| Model | P4 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
