2007 Acura RDX vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1955 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1955 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | RDX | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
