1987 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 1987 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Morris Minor 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 1969 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 1969 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2190 mm |