1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | RS 200 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
