2005 Holden Combo vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Holden Combo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Combo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4.
Because 1998 Morgan 4 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 1998 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Combo, 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, 1998 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Combo | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Combo | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
