1980 Austin Marina vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 32 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1098 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 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3200 mm |
