1991 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1991 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 1991 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Morgan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Plus 4 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2634 mm |
