1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 143 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Trail Duster | P4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |