1989 Buick Electra vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1989 Buick Electra is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 650 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, 1989 Buick Electra, 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina. 1989 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1971 Morris Marina has manual transmission. 1971 Morris Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 1971 Morris Marina | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Electra | Marina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |