1951 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1994 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Saab 9000 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 9000 (210 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 9000 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Morgan Plus 4 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 1951 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000, 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, 1994 Saab 9000 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morgan Plus 4 | 1994 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Morgan | Saab |
| Model | Plus 4 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
