1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 565 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | LeSabre | Marina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
