1980 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 651 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 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 2013 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Marina | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2775 mm |
