1994 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Morgan Plus 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1994 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1994 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Morgan Plus 4 | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | Plus 4 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |