1990 Morgan 4 vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1990 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4.
Because 1990 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan 4 | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
