2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 55 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Suburban | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |