1979 Austin Marina vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 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 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 640 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.
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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1989 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Marina | S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
