1992 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Because 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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 2006 Morgan Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Escort | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
