1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 535 kg more than 1952 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1952 Rover P4 | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Voyager | P4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 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 | 1925 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |