1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 14 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 700 kg more than 1997 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1997 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1997 Morgan 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 | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Caprice | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |