1978 Austin Marina vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 218 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Marina | 360 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |