1972 Austin Marina vs. 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marina | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
