1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 564 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 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Morris Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Blazer | Marina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
