1996 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 700 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2002 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2002 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Legend | 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |