1982 Austin Marina vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1041 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina. 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Marina | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
