2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2229 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Excursion | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3054 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
