1990 Ford Telstar vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Telstar weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1999 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 1999 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar, 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Telstar | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Telstar | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
