1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1998 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | XJ220 | 4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 642 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |