2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1950 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1950 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1950 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Morgan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
