1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 537 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 177 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |