1980 Austin Marina vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 29 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1697 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, 2009 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 2009 GMC Savana 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. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Marina | Savana |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3440 mm |
