1980 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 670 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, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 2010 Mazda 6 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. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Marina | 6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2789 mm |
