1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1986 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1986 Nissan Prairie 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 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 6 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 15 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1986 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maestro | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
