2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 1988 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 311 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1988 Morgan Plus 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 1988 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Premacy | 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | Premacy | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |