1981 Morgan 4 vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1981 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR 400 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1981 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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Morgan 4 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
Make | Morgan | TVR |
Model | 4 | 400 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |