1994 Honda Legend vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 630 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend, 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, 1994 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Legend | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Legend | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |