1980 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1282 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 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Marina | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
