1990 Morgan 4 vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 865 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Morgan 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 1990 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4. 2000 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1990 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1990 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan 4 | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
