1979 Austin Marina vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 620 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 1992 Opel Calibra 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, 1992 Opel Calibra 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, 1992 Opel Calibra (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
