1979 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 1090 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | Marina | RX |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |