1972 Austin Marina vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 31 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1382 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marina | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
