1972 Austin Marina vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 38 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 960 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 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Marina | Korando |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |