1977 Austin Marina vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1977 Austin Marina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 446 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.
Because 1977 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Renault 30 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Marina | 30 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
