1980 Austin Marina vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 31 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1881 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 2011 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. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Marina | Savana |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3429 mm |
