1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 34 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1988 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Spirit | P4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
