1981 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 28 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 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina. 2009 Nissan Titan 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. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Titan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3560 mm |
