1978 Austin Marina vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 16 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 498 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 1994 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Marina | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
