1988 Morgan 4 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 837 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1988 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1988 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Morgan 4 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Morgan | Ford |
| Model | 4 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
