1968 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1994 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 710 kg more than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota Lexcen 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 1994 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Mini Moke | 1994 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Mini Moke | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
