1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1986 Buick Estate
To start off, 1986 Buick Estate is newer by 3 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 925 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.
Because 1986 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 1986 Buick Estate 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. 1986 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1986 Buick Estate | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Maestro | Estate |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |