2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 920 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 Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Viper | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 1745 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |