1987 Morgan 4 vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1987 Morgan 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Cressida (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 351 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.
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, 1981 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Morgan 4 | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
