2004 Ford Econoline vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Ford Econoline is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1443 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Econoline | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Econoline | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2450 mm |
