1979 Austin Marina vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 13 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Marina weights approximately 230 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Austin | Donkervoort |
Model | Marina | D8 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |