1991 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 286 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 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, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Morgan Plus 4 | 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Morgan | Nissan |
Model | Plus 4 | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |