2005 Morgan 44 vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 200 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, 2005 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 44 | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
