1988 Honda Legend vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 573 kg more than 1984 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Legend | 4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |