1989 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1970 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 1970 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1970 Morgan 4 (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Escort | 4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
