1997 Ford Contour vs. 1993 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 470 kg more than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 1993 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Contour | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |