1980 Austin Marina vs. 1991 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 380 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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1991 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Marina | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
