1999 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 790 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, 1999 Honda Legend, 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Legend | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
