2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1461 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Morris Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Charger | Marina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
