2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1197 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina. 2004 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | F-150 | Marina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |
