2002 Morgan 4 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4.
Because 2002 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 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 2002 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Morgan 4 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
