2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 588 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.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
