2001 Acura RL vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 795 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.
Because 2000 Morgan 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 2000 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL, 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4. 2001 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2000 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2000 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Acura | Morgan |
| Model | RL | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
