1978 Austin Marina vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 358 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Marina | Passat |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |