1987 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2004 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2004 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Buick | Morgan |
Model | Electra | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |