1990 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 137 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, 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, 1990 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escort | Marina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
