1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1987 Morgan 4
To start off, both 1987 Mazda 626 and 1987 Morgan 4 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 626 | 1987 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | 626 | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |