1991 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Triumph TR7 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Morgan Plus 4 | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Morgan | Triumph |
| Model | Plus 4 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2170 mm |
