1980 Austin Marina vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1430 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Marina | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3645 mm |
