1975 Morris Marina vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Renault 21 is newer by 18 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 10 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 6 kg more than 1993 Renault 21. 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, 1993 Renault 21, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 1993 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Marina | 21 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
