1978 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 28 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1158 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, 2006 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina. 2006 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2006 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Marina | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
