1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Chrysler Town & Country 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 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro, 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, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (431 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Maestro | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
