1993 Morgan 4 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 442 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Morgan 4 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |