1998 Ford Taurus vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Ford Taurus is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Taurus (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor.
Because 1954 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Taurus (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor. 1998 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1954 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1954 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Taurus | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Taurus | Minor |
Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |