1994 Morgan 4 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1994 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan 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 55 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4.
Because 1994 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 1994 Morgan 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, 1994 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Morgan 4 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volvo |
| Model | 4 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
