1986 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1991 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 215 kg more than 1991 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Morgan 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 1991 Morgan 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1991 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Escort | 4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
