1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 495 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 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maestro | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
