1982 Austin Marina vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 7 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 863 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 1989 Nissan Terrano 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
