2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 436 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Corvette | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 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 | 1261 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
