1982 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 28 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 738 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 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Marina | R8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
