1987 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord 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 8 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Morgan 4. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |