1980 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Dodge Sprinter

To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 26 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 2,701 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1466 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.

Because 1980 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2006 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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