1986 Ford Escort vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Escort | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |