1996 Morgan 4 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Morgan 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 1996 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Morgan 4 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
