1996 Morgan 4 vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4.
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, 1996 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Morgan 4 | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2080 mm |
