1992 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Morgan 4
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 750 kg more than 1969 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 1969 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | 4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |