1981 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 650 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.
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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Marina | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Marina | NP300 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |