1994 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 315 kg more than 1994 Morgan Plus 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. 1986 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1994 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1994 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Morgan | Holden |
| Model | Plus 4 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
