1980 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 25 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 561 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Marina | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
