1975 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 31 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 375 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 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
