2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 780 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 Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Mustang | Marina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
