1977 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 29 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1136 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 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina. 2006 Honda Pilot 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. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Marina | Pilot |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |