2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 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 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 660 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | C | Marina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2683 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
