1976 Morgan 4 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1976 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1976 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1976 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Morgan 4. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1976 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1976 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Morgan 4 | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Morgan | Honda |
| Model | 4 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2775 mm |
