2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1986 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1986 Morgan Plus 4. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1986 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1986 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Morgan |
| Model | Exige | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
