2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1986 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1986 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 535 kg more than 1986 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Morgan 4. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1986 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1986 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1986 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Nitro | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
