1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 530 kg more than 1993 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, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Ranger | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
