1998 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1974 Saab 99
To start off, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Saab 99. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Saab 99 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1998 Morgan Plus 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 Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Saab 99, 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 Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Saab 99. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | 1974 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Morgan | Saab |
| Model | Plus 4 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
