1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1987 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 536 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.
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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1987 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Maestro | Seville |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
