2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 323 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Trajet | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
