1978 Austin Marina vs. 1992 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1992 Eagle Talon is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Talon weights approximately 348 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.
Because 1978 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Eagle Talon (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 1992 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Austin | Eagle |
| Model | Marina | Talon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
