1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 40 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 358 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, 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Voyager | P4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |