2008 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 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 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 384 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |