1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 700 kg more than 1990 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Viper | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Viper | 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |