1986 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Prelude | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
