1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1974 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1165 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 1974 Buick Riviera 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 1974 Buick Riviera. 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1974 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Maestro | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |
