1979 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1699 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Marina | Ram |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3580 mm |
