1988 Morgan 4 vs. 2003 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avalon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 811 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2003 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Morgan 4 | 2003 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
