1951 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Morgan Plus 4 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
Model | Plus 4 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |