1989 Morgan 4 vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1992 Rover 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 400 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1989 Morgan 4.
Because 1989 Morgan 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 1989 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Morgan 4 | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Morgan | Rover |
| Model | 4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
