1982 Austin Marina vs. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 619 kg more than 1982 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marina | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
