2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Ram | Marina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
