1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 930 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Venza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2775 mm |
