1998 Morgan 4 vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 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, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Morgan 4 | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Morgan | Venturi |
Model | 4 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2458 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 | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |