1972 Austin Marina vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 759 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 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Marina | Frontera |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |