1967 Morris 1800 vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1984 Toyota Cressida is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris 1800 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1984 Toyota Cressida 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 1984 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800, 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, 1984 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris 1800 | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
