1982 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1370 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Marina | Durango |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 2252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |
