1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 595 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Viper | 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |