1984 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 3 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Sprint weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 Morgan 4.
Because 1981 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Sprint | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Sprint | 4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
