1992 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1971 Volvo 145
To start off, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 145 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Morgan Plus 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, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | 1971 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volvo |
| Model | Plus 4 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
