1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 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 36 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 800 kg more than 1957 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 1957 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Suburban | P4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
