1974 Holden Statesman vs. 1988 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 456 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1974 Holden Statesman (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Statesman | 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Statesman | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |