1980 Austin Marina vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1606 kg more than 1980 Austin Marina.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Marina | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
