1979 Austin Marina vs. 1985 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1985 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 685 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1985 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Marina | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
