2000 Kia Clarus vs. 1994 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 310 kg more than 1994 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1994 Morgan Plus 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 1994 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus, 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, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Clarus | 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Morgan |
| Model | Clarus | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
