1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1973 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 735 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Ranger | 4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |