1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1950 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1368 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Ram | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
