1978 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 29 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 868 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 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina. 2007 Dodge Durango 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. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Marina | Durango |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
