1993 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1993 Morgan Plus 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 Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, 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, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Morgan Plus 4 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volvo |
| Model | Plus 4 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
