2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4.
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, 2002 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Econovan | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
