1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 79 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
Model | Toronado | P4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |