1977 Morgan 4 vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1977 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 941 kg more than 1977 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Morgan 4. 2013 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1977 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1977 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Morgan 4 | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Morgan | Honda |
| Model | 4 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
