1973 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 970 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, 2010 Ford Escape, 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Marina | Escape |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2824 mm |
