2006 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan Plus 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 29 more horse power than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Morgan Plus 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1997 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1997 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1997 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |