1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 103 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2004 Morgan Aero 8 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 2004 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, 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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Prelude | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |