1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1986 Toyota Blizzard 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 441 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 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1986 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1986 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
