1980 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 27 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 776 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 2007 Jaguar XJR 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. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | Marina | XJR |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3170 mm |