1979 Austin Marina vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 740 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 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1979 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1979 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Marina | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
