1989 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 475 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.
Because 1989 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 1989 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna, 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna 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 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
