1971 Morris Marina vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 425 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Morris Marina | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Morris | Mazda |
Model | Marina | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2703 mm |