1989 Mazda 626 vs. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1989 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 626 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mazda 626 | 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | 626 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |