2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 17 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 533 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma, 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Daewoo | Morgan |
Model | Tacuma | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |