2003 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 68 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2003 Morgan Aero 8 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 2003 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Aero 8 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
