1980 Austin Marina vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1980 Austin Marina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 520 kg more than 1980 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Marina | GTO |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
