2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 497 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 692 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Ram | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |