1981 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 Morgan 4.
Because 1991 Morgan 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 1991 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, 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, 1991 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1991 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | 4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |