1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 17 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Volare | P4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |