1980 Austin Marina vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 100 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Austin Marina (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Marina | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
