1978 Austin Marina vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 618 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Marina | Corvette |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |