1955 Morgan 4 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1955 Morgan 4. 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morgan 4 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Morgan | Volvo |
Model | 4 | 240 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |