1996 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 972 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 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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, 2012 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4. 2012 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1996 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1996 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Morgan 4 | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Morgan | Acura |
| Model | 4 | RL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
