2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 785 kg more than 1997 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | 4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5969 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |