1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | Plus 4 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
