1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 1 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 535 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | AMC | Morris |
| Model | Javelin | Marina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
