1993 Holden Commodore vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1980 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 738 kg more than 1980 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Commodore | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
