1978 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Marina | Defender |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
