1979 Austin Marina vs. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 29 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 3,199 cc, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 572 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Marina | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
