1971 Morris Marina vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 24 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 372 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Morris Marina | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Morris | Plymouth |
Model | Marina | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |