1953 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 588 kg more than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Plus 4 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
