1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |