1981 Austin Marina vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 30 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 818 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, 2011 Acura RDX, 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina. 2011 Acura RDX 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. 2011 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | Marina | RDX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
