1981 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1433 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Marina | Ram |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 713 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
