1988 Morgan 4 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Morgan 4 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Morgan | Nissan |
Model | 4 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |