1980 Austin Marina vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 396 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Marina | Golf |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |