1979 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 25 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 780 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, 2004 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 2004 Lexus GS 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. 2004 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | Marina | GS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
