1981 Austin Marina vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 5 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 596 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, 1986 Rover 825, 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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Marina | 1986 Rover 825 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | Marina | 825 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |