1978 Austin Marina vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1978 Austin Marina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 523 kg more than 1978 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Marina | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
