2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 921 kg more than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Venture | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |