1978 Austin Marina vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 93 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Marina | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |