1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Explorer | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
