1992 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 931 kg more than 1992 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
| Model | Plus 4 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
