1954 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morgan Plus 4 | 1991 Renault Express | |
Make | Morgan | Renault |
Model | Plus 4 | Express |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1106 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |