1978 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 32 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2116 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 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina. 2010 Ford F-250 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. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Marina | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3967 mm |
