1955 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1990 Toyota MR2 is newer by 35 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 335 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.
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, 1990 Toyota MR2 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota MR2 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 | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | Plus 4 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |