1996 Morgan 4 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
