1981 Austin Marina vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is newer by 3 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 220 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix, 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Marina | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | Marina | Phoenix |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |