1972 Austin Marina vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 24 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1040 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 1996 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, 1996 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
