1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1969 Morgan 4
To start off, 1969 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1969 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1969 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 905 kg more than 1969 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 1969 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Ranchero | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |