1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1997 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1997 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Caprice | 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |