1975 Morris Marina vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 263 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marina | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
