1980 Austin Marina vs. 1991 Volvo 440
To start off, 1991 Volvo 440 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 440 weights approximately 150 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 Volvo 440, 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 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1991 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Marina | 440 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
