1971 Morris Marina vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 18 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 148 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, 1989 Volvo 440, 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Marina | 440 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
