1980 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 643 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Marina | Viper |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
