1990 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1992 Renault Safrane

To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 490 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.

Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane, 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Morgan Plus 4 1992 Renault Safrane
Make Morgan Renault
Model Plus 4 Safrane
Year Released 1990 1992
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2068 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 137 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 3900 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2770 mm


 

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