1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Morgan | Volvo |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | 240 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |