2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 811 kg more than 1993 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4. 2008 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1993 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1993 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Ram | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
