1981 Austin Marina vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 535 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, 1991 Saab 9000, 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | Marina | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
