1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 194 kg more than 1951 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1951 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Caprice | P4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |