1971 Morris Marina vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 42 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1635 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, 2013 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina. 2013 GMC Savana 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. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Morris | GMC |
| Model | Marina | Savana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 117 L |
