1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Venture | 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |