1992 Morgan 4 vs. 1992 Plymouth Laser
To start off, both 1992 Morgan 4 and 1992 Plymouth Laser were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan 4 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Morgan 4.
Because 1992 Morgan 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 1992 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1992 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Morgan 4 | 1992 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Morgan | Plymouth |
Model | 4 | Laser |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |