1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 267 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Mondeo | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
