2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1988 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
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 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | GMC | Morgan |
Model | Canyon | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |