2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 2037 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Ranger | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |