1975 Morris Marina vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 6 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris Marina (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 51 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Morris Marina (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Marina | 9 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |
