1981 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 929 | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | 929 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |