1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 355 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Morgan | Suzuki |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
