1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4.
Because 1993 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 1993 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude, 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, 1993 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Prelude | 4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
