2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Explorer | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |
