1995 Morgan 4 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4.
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, 1995 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Morgan 4 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Morgan | Volvo |
Model | 4 | 145 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |