1980 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 955 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 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Marina | Venza |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2775 mm |