1971 Morris Marina vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 39 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (95 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 208 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina.
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, 2010 Dacia Logan, 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, 1971 Morris Marina (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Morris | Dacia |
| Model | Marina | Logan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
