2003 Morgan 4 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 605 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4.
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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Morgan 4 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Morgan | Plymouth |
| Model | 4 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
