1998 Morgan 4 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Morgan 4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Morgan 4 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |