1982 Austin Marina vs. 1984 Subaru DL
To start off, 1984 Subaru DL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Marina weights approximately 62 kg more than 1984 Subaru DL.
Because 1982 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 1982 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Subaru DL, 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, 1982 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1984 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Marina | DL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
