1994 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Morgan 4 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
