yes the Marlin action is alot stronger and tolerences are tighter. However currently owning both I think my Marlin 336 is more accurate but wouldnt hesitate to carry either for deer hunting. My model 94 is alot lighter than my 336 and I like the way my 94 feels in my hands. If it came down to taking one on a pack in hunt or humping one around for miles all day, I would grab my 94 ......just my opinion.