1979 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 988 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Marina | CTS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
