1978 Austin Marina vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 964 weights approximately 323 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 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Marina | 964 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
