1979 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 22 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 889 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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 2001 Jaguar XJR 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. 2001 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2001 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Marina | XJR |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
