1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1987 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1987 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1987 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Morgan | Pontiac |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | 1000 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |