2000 Morgan 4 vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Morgan 4 | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
