2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 532 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mustang (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Mustang | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |