1975 Austin Marina vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 775 kg more than 1975 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | Marina | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
