1990 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 870 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
| Model | Plus 4 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
