1992 Morgan 4 vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1992 Morgan 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan 4 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 565 kg more than 1992 Morgan 4.
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, 1980 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Morgan 4 | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | Morgan | Buick |
Model | 4 | Century |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |