2006 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Accord | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
