1988 Morgan 4 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 733 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Morgan 4 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Morgan | Honda |
| Model | 4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2725 mm |
