1989 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1387 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Morgan Plus 4 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
Model | Plus 4 | Passat |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |