1978 Austin Marina vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1171 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina. 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Marina | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2789 mm |