1977 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 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 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 809 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina. 2004 Jaguar XJ 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. 2004 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Marina | XJ |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3170 mm |
