2001 Holden Vectra vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Vectra weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra, 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 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Vectra | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Vectra | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |