1977 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1520 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina. 2001 Chevrolet Express 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. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 2001 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Marina | Express |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3440 mm |