1989 Honda Accord vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 506 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |