1981 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Camry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2358 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
