1972 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 33 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 840 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
