1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
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, 1984 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | 18 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
