1981 Austin Marina vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 44 kg more than 1981 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort, 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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Marina | 1982 Ford Escort | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Marina | Escort |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |