1979 Austin Marina vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 18 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 370 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 1979 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
