1968 Morgan 4 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1978 Volvo 264 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 796 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Morgan 4 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Morgan | Volvo |
Model | 4 | 264 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |