1995 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 682 kg more than 1995 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1995 Morgan Plus 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 1995 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Morgan Plus 4 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Plus 4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
