1980 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 505 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 1980 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Marina | Premacy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |