1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1985 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | F-150 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
