1985 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1985 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4. 2012 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1985 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1985 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Morgan 4 | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
| Model | 4 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
