1993 Morgan 4 vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR Speed Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR Speed Eight would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Morgan 4 | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Morgan | TVR |
| Model | 4 | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
