1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1984 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 350 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.
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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Morgan |
Model | Guara | 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |