1992 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica, 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica 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 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Plus 4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
