1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 8 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 (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 349 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 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 (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 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 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Prelude | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
