2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1507 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 1975 Morris Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina. 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | GMC | Morris |
| Model | Acadia | Marina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 52 L |
