1987 Honda Prelude 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 Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 125 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 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, 1995 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Prelude | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |