1957 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 96 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 950 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Plus 4 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
