2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Ram | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
