1981 Austin Marina vs. 1992 Buick Regal
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 11 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 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 460 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, 1992 Buick Regal, 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1981 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1981 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 1992 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Marina | Regal |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
