2008 Honda Element vs. 1992 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Morgan 4. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan 4.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan 4. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1992 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1992 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1992 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Element | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
