1981 Austin Marina vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 13 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 21 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 225 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, 1994 Renault 21, 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, 1994 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Marina | 1994 Renault 21 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Marina | 21 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |