1977 Austin Marina vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 687 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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | Marina | IS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2728 mm |
