1982 Austin Marina vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 21 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 8 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 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Marina | YRV |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
