1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 409 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Morgan Plus 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 1999 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1999 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Morgan Plus 4 2009 Nissan Quest
Make Morgan Nissan
Model Plus 4 Quest
Year Released 1999 2009
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 137 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 3900 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 3160 mm


 

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