1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
