1958 Rover P4 vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1977 Toyota Cressida is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Cressida (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Toyota Cressida (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P4 | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |