2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 46 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 954 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 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Range Rover | P4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
