1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1999 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 745 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid, 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 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 1999 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Intrepid | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
