1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 1980 Morgan 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 555 kg more than 1980 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 Mustang (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Mustang | 4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |