2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 782 kg more than 1998 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 (529 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Mustang | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
