1985 Morgan 4 vs. 2004 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4. 2004 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1985 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1985 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Morgan 4 | 2004 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Morgan | GAZ |
| Model | 4 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
