1982 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 31 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 770 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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | Marina | G |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
