1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 830 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1955 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1955 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Suburban | P4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
