1982 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 690 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marina | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
