1979 Austin Marina vs. 1987 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marina | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
