1981 Austin Marina vs. 1991 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1991 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 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 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 680 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 1991 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 1991 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Marina | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
