1993 Morgan 4 vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Montego weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego, 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, 1989 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Morgan 4 | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Morgan | Rover |
| Model | 4 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
