2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1996 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | YRV | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
