1972 Austin Marina vs. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 675 kg more than 1972 Austin 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, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marina | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
