1988 Morgan 4 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 120 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4.
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 Morgan 4 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Morgan 4 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volvo |
| Model | 4 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
