2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Durango | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 52 L |
