1955 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 265 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | Plus 4 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
