1984 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Morgan Aero 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 2004 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic, 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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Civic | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 322 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
