1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 26 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 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 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Mustang | 4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |