1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 41 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 2007 Pontiac Torrent 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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent 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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2007 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Morgan | Pontiac |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
