1972 Austin Marina vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 40 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.
Because 1972 Austin 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 1972 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marina | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
