1981 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 23 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 960 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina. 2004 Infiniti FX 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. 2004 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | Marina | FX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
