1988 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1988 Morgan Plus 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 1988 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400, 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, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Morgan Plus 4 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Morgan | Rover |
Model | Plus 4 | 400 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |