1978 Austin Marina vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 920 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina. 2011 Cadillac STS 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. 2011 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Marina | STS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2957 mm |
