1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 750 kg more than 1995 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 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4. 1983 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1995 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1995 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Statesman | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Statesman | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |