1989 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1996 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 1996 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (270 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | 100 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |