1982 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Toyota Solara is newer by 22 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Solara weights approximately 513 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, 2004 Toyota Solara, 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, 2004 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2004 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Solara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
