1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Austin Maestro (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maestro | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
