1971 Morris Marina vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 60 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 Toyota Carina, 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 Toyota Carina (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Morris Marina | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Marina | Carina |
Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |