1991 Honda Accord vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 232 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Morgan Plus 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 1955 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1955 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |