1982 Austin Marina vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1984 Toyota Blizzard 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 538 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.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Marina | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |