1990 Morgan 4 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 620 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 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Morgan 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 (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan 4 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
