1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 501 kg more than 1999 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Prelude | 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |