1972 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Toyota Mark II is newer by 32 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 740 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 2004 Toyota Mark II 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, 2004 Toyota Mark II 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, 2004 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina. 2004 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2004 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
