1982 Austin Marina vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 783 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, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina. 2012 Buick Regal 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. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Marina | Regal |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2738 mm |
