1980 Austin Marina vs. 1994 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 14 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 600 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 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Marina | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
