1983 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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 2006 Morgan Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Accord | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |