2000 Honda Legend vs. 1987 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 845 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Morgan 4. 2000 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1987 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1987 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Legend | 1987 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Legend | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
