2009 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1982 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 304 kg more than 1982 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1982 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Accord | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
