1977 Austin Marina vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 19 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 410 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, 1996 Renault Laguna, 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, 1996 Renault Laguna (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Marina | Laguna |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |