1979 Austin Marina vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 27 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1657 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, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Marina | Savana |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3940 mm |
