1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 32 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70, 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, 1998 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volvo |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | C70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
