1954 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 38 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 570 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1992 Renault Safrane, 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 4 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
