2001 Morgan 4 vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Morgan 4 | 1984 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 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 | 161 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
