1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1992 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade, 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, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Ballade | 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Ballade | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2500 mm |