2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1984 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1984 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Morgan 4. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1984 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1984 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Pilot | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| 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 | 250 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
