1980 Austin Marina vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 826 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, 2011 Toyota Venza, 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 2011 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Marina | Venza |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2776 mm |