1977 Austin Marina vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina. 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Marina | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
