2005 Ford Escape vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 42 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 672 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 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Escape (262 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Escape | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
