1982 Austin Marina vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1982 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, 1980 Volvo 260 (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Marina | 260 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
