1993 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 450 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Morgan 4 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |