1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 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 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4. 1991 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1996 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1996 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Statesman | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Statesman | 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |