1997 Acura NSX vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Acura | Morgan |
| Model | NSX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
