1980 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 707 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marina | Passat |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
