1982 Austin Marina vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 477 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 Nissan Sentra, 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Sentra |
| 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 | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1359 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
