2008 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Morris 1800
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 154 kg more than 1975 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1975 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Accord | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
