1998 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura Integra weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
Because 2005 Morgan Plus 8 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 Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra, 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, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Acura | Morgan |
| Model | Integra | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
