1955 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1955 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 Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Plus 4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
