1979 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 30 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 1000 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider 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. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Marina | Raider |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3340 mm |