2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Colorado | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
