1972 Austin Marina vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Volvo 240 is newer by 15 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 240 weights approximately 410 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, 1987 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Marina | 240 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |