1998 Morgan 4 vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, both 1998 Morgan 4 and 1998 Saturn SC were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saturn SC weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4.
Because 1998 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 1998 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC, 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, 1998 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Morgan 4 | 1998 Saturn SC | |
Make | Morgan | Saturn |
Model | 4 | SC |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |