1966 Marcos 1800 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Because 1966 Marcos 1800 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 1966 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1966 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1800 | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Marcos | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1800 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
