1982 Austin Marina vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 562 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 1982 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina. 2011 Honda Accord 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. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Marina | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2741 mm |
