2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 549 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | 4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |