1971 Morris Marina vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 36 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1199 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Navara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
