1998 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 435 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Accord | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
