2004 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 33 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1392 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, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Tahoe | Marina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |
