1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 769 kg more than 1949 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1949 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1949 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Range Rover | P4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4554 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |