1974 Austin Marina vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 404 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina. 1996 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1974 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1974 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | Marina | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
