1985 Ford Granada vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1985 Ford Granada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 475 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Granada | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Granada | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |