1980 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 785 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Omega |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
