2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 780 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.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Mustang | Marina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
