1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit 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. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Austin Maestro | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Maestro | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |