1980 Austin Marina vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 865 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 2008 Dodge Dakota 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. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Marina | Dakota |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3340 mm |