1986 Audi 90 vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 15 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 115 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 90 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
