2002 Lexus SC vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 915 kg more than 1988 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4. 2002 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1988 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1988 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Morgan |
| Model | SC | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
