1989 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 911 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | Plus 4 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3340 mm |
