1997 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 445 kg more than 1994 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1994 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 1994 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |