1971 Morris Marina vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 893 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, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Morris Marina | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Marina | Previa |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |