1978 Ford LTD vs. 1991 Morgan 4

To start off, 1991 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1991 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1991 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 925 kg more than 1991 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan 4. 1978 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1991 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1991 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Ford LTD 1991 Morgan 4
Make Ford Morgan
Model LTD 4
Year Released 1978 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5763 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 525 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2450 mm


 

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