1972 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 37 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1676 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 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina. 2009 Toyota Sienna 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. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |
