2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 508 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Morgan 4 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 1993 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Mondeo | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
