1978 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 383 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (190 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Marina | C |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |