1975 Morris Marina vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 975 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
