2002 Ford Escape vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 820 kg more than 1955 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Escape | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
