1971 Morris Marina vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 543 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 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Morris Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Morris | Honda |
| Model | Marina | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
