1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1989 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1989 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 1989 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | F-150 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
