2006 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Plus 8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
