1986 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord 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 1,953 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 150 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, 1986 Honda Accord, 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, 1986 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 1971 Morris Marina | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Marina |
Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1953 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |