1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 33 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 673 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 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Suburban | P4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2830 mm |
