1973 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1526 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 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Austin Marina | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Marina | Touareg |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2855 mm |