1998 Honda CRX vs. 1991 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CRX weights approximately 136 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1991 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 1991 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX, 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, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda CRX | 1991 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | CRX | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |