2005 Morgan 44 vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
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, 1982 Toyota Soarer (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 44 | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
