2009 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1998 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 1998 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Focus | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
