2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Outlander | P5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
