1988 Morgan 4 vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 705 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Morgan 4 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
Model | 4 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |