2004 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 720 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 1975 Morris Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Accord | Marina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
