1986 Ford Tempo vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Tempo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4.
Because 1997 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 1997 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Tempo | 4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
