1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1984 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1984 Daihatsu Taft 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 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1984 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Maestro | Taft |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |