2005 Morgan 4 vs. 1990 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4.
Because 2005 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 2005 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Bluebird, 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, 2005 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 4 | 1990 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
