1972 Austin Marina vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 992 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Marina | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
