2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1994 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 644 kg more than 1994 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1994 Morgan Plus 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 1994 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Mondeo | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |