1986 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 25 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1996 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 1996 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, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Escort | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |