1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 28 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 501 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 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Morris Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Wrangler | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Jeep | Morris |
| Model | Wrangler | Marina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
