1990 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 880 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. 2012 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1990 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Morgan | Acura |
| Model | Plus 4 | TL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
