2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2611 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Excursion | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
