1972 Austin Marina vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 217 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 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 Volkswagen Corrado (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marina | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
