1977 Austin Marina vs. 1986 Holden Camira
To start off, 1986 Holden Camira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Camira weights approximately 135 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, 1986 Holden Camira, 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, 1986 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina. 1986 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1977 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1977 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 1986 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Marina | Camira |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
