1975 Morris 1800 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 924 kg more than 1975 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Morris 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris 1800 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3210 mm |
