1972 Austin Marina vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 40 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 170 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 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3230 mm |
