1988 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Escort weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1993 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 1993 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 1993 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Escort | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
