1979 Austin Marina vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1070 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
