2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1970 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1970 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Morgan |
Model | Defender | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |