1971 Morris Marina vs. 1988 Saab 900i
To start off, 1988 Saab 900i is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900i (135 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 900i weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Morris Marina 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 1971 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i, 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, 1988 Saab 900i (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 1988 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Morris | Saab |
| Model | Marina | 900i |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
