1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, both 1989 Ford Tempo and 1989 Morgan Plus 4 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Tempo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1989 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 1989 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Tempo | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Tempo | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |