1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1984 Dodge Conquest is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1984 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1954 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Conquest | P4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
