1975 Morris Marina vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 34 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1391 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
