1975 Austin Marina vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 27 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1070 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 2002 Ford Explorer 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, 2002 Ford Explorer 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Marina | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
