2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 34 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1078 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.
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 Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina. 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Sprinter | Marina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
