1981 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 26 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina. 2007 Ford E-150 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. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Marina | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3510 mm |
