2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 29 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 892 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 2004 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1975 Morris Marina has manual transmission. 1975 Morris Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Rendezvous | Marina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
