1980 Austin Marina vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1891 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 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Marina | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2946 mm |
