1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000, 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, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Morgan | Saab |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | 9000 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |