1958 Rover P4 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 41 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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, 1958 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P4 | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P4 | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |