1982 Austin Marina vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 14 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 153 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Marina | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
