1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1983 Chrysler Limousine
To start off, both 1983 Austin Maestro and 1983 Chrysler Limousine were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Chrysler Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chrysler Limousine (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler Limousine should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler Limousine weights approximately 510 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.
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, 1983 Chrysler Limousine (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chrysler Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1983 Chrysler Limousine | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Maestro | Limousine |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3330 mm |
