1991 Lada Samara vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Samara weights approximately 4 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1996 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 1996 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lada Samara, 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, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Samara | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Lada | Morgan |
Model | Samara | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |