1980 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 527 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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 Cruze | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marina | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
