1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 881 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80, 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2011 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volvo |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | S80 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2835 mm |
