1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1986 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1986 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Morgan Plus 4. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1986 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 800 kg more than 1986 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. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1986 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1986 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1986 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Caprice | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
