1972 Austin Marina vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Volvo V70 is newer by 27 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 870 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 1999 Volvo V70 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, 1999 Volvo V70 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Marina | V70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
