1978 Austin Marina vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 570 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, 2008 Honda CR-V, 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina. 2008 Honda CR-V 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. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Marina | CR-V |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |