1992 Morgan 4 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1992 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan 4 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Morgan 4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Morgan 4 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
