1975 Austin Marina vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2330 kg more than 1975 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1975 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1975 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Marina | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3490 mm |
