1990 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 120 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Morgan Plus 4 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Morgan | Volvo |
Model | Plus 4 | 120 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |