1971 Morris Marina vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 40 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 235 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 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Morris | Dacia |
| Model | Marina | Duster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2673 mm |
