1988 Morgan 4 vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 975 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 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour will offer significantly more control. 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 Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 Crosstour | |
Make | Morgan | Honda |
Model | 4 | Crosstour |
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 | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1898 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2797 mm |