1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1977 Morgan 4
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1977 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1977 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1977 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | 190 | 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |