1979 Austin Marina vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 905 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 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Marina | Korando |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
