1971 Morris Marina vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1482 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1971 Morris Marina has manual transmission. 1971 Morris Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Morris | GMC |
| Model | Marina | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 868 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 98 L |
