1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 38 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, 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 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Voyager | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Rover |
| Model | Voyager | P4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
