2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1982 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1982 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 990 kg more than 1982 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1982 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Ranger | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
