1999 Buick Regal vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 735 kg more than 1984 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Morgan 4. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1984 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1984 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Morgan |
| Model | Regal | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
