1978 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 673 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Marina | C |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
