1974 Morgan 4 vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Volvo 240 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1974 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 240 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1974 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, 1992 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Morgan 4 | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Morgan | Volvo |
Model | 4 | 240 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |