1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 463 kg more than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow, 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 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Shadow | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |