1986 Buick Estate vs. 1960 Morgan 4

To start off, 1986 Buick Estate is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1960 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4. 1986 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1960 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1960 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Buick Estate 1960 Morgan 4
Make Buick Morgan
Model Estate 4
Year Released 1986 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 183 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 72 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2450 mm


 

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