1972 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 35 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 894 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
