1981 Austin Marina vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 4 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 95 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, 1985 Honda Prelude, 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Marina | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Marina | Prelude |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |