1978 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 31 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Marina weights approximately 117 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina. 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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. 2009 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Marina | Terios |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |