1977 Austin Marina vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Marina | Santana |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |