2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 341 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1989 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Express | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2500 mm |
