2005 Honda Z vs. 1995 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Z | 1995 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Z | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |