1999 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2007 Morgan Aero 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 2007 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Prelude | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |