2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 27 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (201 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 692 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.
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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | S-Type | Marina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 52 L |
