1993 Morgan 4 vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Santana weights approximately 194 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4.
Because 1993 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 1993 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Santana, 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, 1993 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Morgan 4 | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
