1975 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 32 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 780 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 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina. 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marina | Passat |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
