1981 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter 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 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina.
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, 2007 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Marina | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Marina | Drifter |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2606 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |