1981 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 29 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 313 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.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina. 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Marina | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3110 mm |
