1971 Morris Marina vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 27 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 490 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, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Camry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
