1972 Morris 1800 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Morris 1800. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Morris 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris 1800. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morris 1800 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
