1982 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 984 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 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Marina | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
