2009 Lexus IS vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 725 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, 2009 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Lexus | Morris |
| Model | IS | Marina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
