1993 Mazda Lantis vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Mazda Lantis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Lantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Lantis weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Morgan 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 1990 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis, 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, 1993 Mazda Lantis (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Lantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda Lantis | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Lantis | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
