1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. 1996 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 has manual transmission. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
Model | 4 Plus 2100 | Korando |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |