1988 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 546 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester 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 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | Plus 4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
