2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1950 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 446 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Ranger | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
