1982 Austin Marina vs. 1992 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit is newer by 10 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Summit (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 148 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 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, 1992 Eagle Summit, 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, 1992 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1992 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Austin | Eagle |
| Model | Marina | Summit |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
