2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | Vito | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2500 mm |
