2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 495 kg more than 1995 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1995 Morgan Plus 4 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 1995 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Mondeo | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |