1975 Morris Marina vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 12 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 41 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 196 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Morris Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Morris Marina (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Morris Marina | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Marina | Polo |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |