1982 Austin Marina vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 458 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, 1975 Volvo 240 (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Marina | 240 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
