1990 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 25 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 25, 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | 1987 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 4 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
