1991 Ford Probe vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Ford Probe is newer by 2 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Probe weights approximately 330 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, 1991 Ford Probe, 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, 1991 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Probe | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Probe | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
