2000 Ford Escape vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 804 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1955 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Escape | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |