1989 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 908 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1989 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Morgan | Ford |
| Model | Plus 4 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4379 mm |
