2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 32 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1235 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Morris Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morris |
| Model | Range Rover | Marina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4393 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 52 L |
