2000 Morgan 4 vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 900 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4.
Because 2000 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 2000 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Morgan 4 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
