2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 31 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 745 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1971 Morris Marina has manual transmission. 1971 Morris Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | XJ | Marina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
