1977 Morgan 4 vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1977 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Morgan 4 | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |