1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 339 more horse power than 1981 Morgan 4. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 362 kg more than 1981 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Morgan 4. (132 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Camaro | 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 96 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 132 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |