1982 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 27 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina. 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Marina | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3670 mm |
