1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 697 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80, 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volvo |
| Model | Plus 4 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
