1990 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 21 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 153 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Morgan Plus 4 | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Morgan | Hyundai |
Model | Plus 4 | Accent |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2499 mm |