1982 Austin Marina vs. 1994 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Accent is newer by 12 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 53 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, 1994 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1994 Hyundai Accent (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 1994 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | Marina | Accent |
Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |