1985 Dodge Charger vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1985 Dodge Charger 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Charger weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina.
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 Dodge Charger, 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, 1971 Morris Marina (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Charger | Marina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
