1981 Austin Marina vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 21 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 550 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (301 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | Marina | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
