1981 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 984 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 1981 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina. 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2789 mm |
