1960 Morgan 4 vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 935 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morgan 4 | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Morgan | Plymouth |
Model | 4 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |