1981 Austin Marina vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 14 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 525 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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Marina | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | Marina | Voyager |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |