1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1988 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-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1988 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1988 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | F-250 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
