1982 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1145 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 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Marina | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
