2000 Morgan 4 vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Morgan 4 | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |