1977 Austin Marina vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1977 Austin Marina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1977 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, 1969 Jaguar 240 (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Marina | 240 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
