1972 Austin Marina vs. 1994 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1994 Buick LeSabre is newer by 22 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 670 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, 1994 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1994 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina. 1994 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1994 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Marina | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
