1984 Morgan 4 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 515 kg more than 1984 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Morgan 4 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
