1996 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1261 kg more than 1996 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1996 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1996 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Morgan 4 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Morgan | Chevrolet |
| Model | 4 | Express |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
