1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1992 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1992 Morgan Plus 4 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 1992 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo, 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, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Tempo | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
