1997 Morgan 4 vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 375 kg more than 1997 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Morgan 4 | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Morgan | Venturi |
Model | 4 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |