1980 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 290 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
Make | Austin | Marcos |
Model | Marina | TSO |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 475 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |