2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 695 kg more than 1988 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Mustang | 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |