1978 Morgan 4 vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1978 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 840 kg more than 1978 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Morgan 4 | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Morgan | Pontiac |
Model | 4 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |