2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Morgan Plus 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. 2009 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1990 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Buick | Morgan |
Model | LaCrosse | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |