1957 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Morgan Toyota
Model Plus 4 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1957 1998
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 2470 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2860 mm


 

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