1982 Austin Marina vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 26 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1149 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 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Marina | Liberty |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |