1990 Morgan 4 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 605 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan 4 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
