1980 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 836 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Marina | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
