1978 Austin Marina vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 20 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 958 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, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Austin | Tatra |
| Model | Marina | T700 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3140 mm |
