2007 Acura TL vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 535 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Morgan 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 1990 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Acura | Morgan |
| Model | TL | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
