1988 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 111 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1988 Morgan Plus 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 Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza, 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, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Morgan | Suzuki |
| Model | Plus 4 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
