1980 Austin Marina vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1190 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Marina | Ram |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
