1989 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 556 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | Plus 4 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
