1972 Austin Marina vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 36 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Omega (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 805 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, 2008 Opel Omega (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina. 2008 Opel Omega 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. 2008 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1685 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
