1980 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 33 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Marina | Camaro |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2852 mm |