1973 Austin Marina vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 24 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 759 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 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
