1971 Morris Marina vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 34 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 95 L |
