1973 Austin Marina vs. 1993 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Voyager (146 HP @ 4850 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 865 kg more than 1973 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chrysler Voyager (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1993 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Marina | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
