2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 38 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morgan 4.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morgan 4. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1970 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1970 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover LR2 | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morgan |
| Model | LR2 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
