2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1991 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1991 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 670 kg more than 1991 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1991 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Viper | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
