1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1970 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 812 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | 4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |