1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 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 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 171 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1987 Renault 5 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Maestro | 5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |