1985 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,790 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Escort | 44 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
