1978 Austin Marina vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu I-350 weights approximately 992 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, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina. 2008 Isuzu I-350 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 Isuzu I-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | Marina | I-350 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |