2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1622 kg more than 1966 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 Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (395 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Expedition | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
