1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 740 kg more than 1993 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 Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |