1977 Austin Marina vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 18 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 110 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 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Marina | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
