1975 Austin Marina vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 855 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.
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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina. 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Marina | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |
