2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1988 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 18 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 476 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morgan |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
