1981 Austin Marina vs. 2000 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 19 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 155 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (145 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2000 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Marina | Lanos |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
