1998 Honda Prelude vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Prelude | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Prelude | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |