2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 464 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Mondeo | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
