1982 Austin Marina vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 24 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1068 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 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Marina | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
