1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1997 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 646 kg more than 1997 Morgan Plus 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1997 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Challenger | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |