1980 Austin Marina vs. 1991 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1991 Nissan Presea 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Presea (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Presea weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1980 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1991 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Presea |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
