2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 30 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 984 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina. 2005 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. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Rendezvous | Marina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
