1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 1984 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1984 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, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Morgan 4. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 1984 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1984 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Monte Carlo | 4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |