1977 Austin Marina vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 6 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1450 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 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1977 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1977 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | Marina | Suburban |
Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |