1979 Austin Marina vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 610 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Renault Espace (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 1999 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1979 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1979 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Marina | Espace |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |